House prices in South Lakeland have gone up by an average of over £900 in the month of August, according to figures from the Land Registry.

The latest data from the government department reveals that in August 2022 average house prices in South Lakeland reached £305,415.

This was up from £304,460 in July, representing a 0.3 per cent increase. In the last 12 months it has risen by 13.7 per cent.

If you are interested in buying or renting a home, you can see the latest properties in and around South Lakeland here.

How much have house prices increased in South Lakeland?

Breaking it down for specific types of housing, all prices saw an increase.

  • Detached houses - Up to £475,089 from £473,504 in July
  • Semi-detached houses - Up to £313,491 from £312,785 in July
  • Terraced houses - Up to £257,286 from £256,362 in July
  • Flats - Up to £177,006 from £176,421 in July

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How do South Lakeland house prices compare to the UK average?

Even when comparing South Lakeland to the picture across the UK, the area is slightly above the UK average with a typical property value in the nations reaching £295,903 in August.

In cash terms, the average house price in August was £35,473 higher than a year earlier with house price growth accelerating to 13.6 per cent in August 2022.  Prices were up by 0.9 per cent month on month.

How much could your house be worth?

We have created this map for the North West so you can see the average house price in each neighbourhood since 1995.

Sites like Zoopla can offer an estimate valuation of your house if you input your postcode into their website here.

The above map can demonstrate which areas of South Lakeland are the most expensive for average house prices.